Date

Saturday, May 22nd

Samantha Gallentine, a Certified Licensed Vibrational Sound Therapist, will be leading this event. There will be tea and refreshments, a lecture, Qigong exercises, and will end with a sound meditation.

What is Qigong?

Qigong is pronounced Chee Kung. Chi means energy, and gong means cultivation; therefore, Qigong is the art of energy cultivation. Archeological evidence for Qigong in china dates back to 5000 BC. When Qigong is practiced regularly with gentle, slow movements, controlled breathing, and intention, healing can occur, and at the very least good health is maintained. Qigong is suitable for all ages and is usually done standing but can be done seated or even lying down.

What is the difference between Tai Chi and Qigong?

Tai Chi and Qigong are both practices for exercise and health but are quite different. Tai Chi is rooted in martial arts and has health and wellness qualities, but Medical Qigong is specifically targeted towards healing. Qigong is usually much easier to learn and perform than Tai Chi.

What are the Healing Sounds of Qigong?

Healthy organs vibrate at a particular frequency. It was discovered thousands of years ago that sounds with the correct frequencies keep each organ in optimal condition. This practice, developed by Taoist masters, incorporates associated sounds, colors, positive emotions, and specific movements to promote health and balance to the body.

How does Qigong work?

The slow, gentle, physical movements of Qigong combined with the breath and mindfulness can bring the practitioner out of an overactive thinking mind and bring the body into a parasympathetic (relaxed) state where the body’s natural healing mechanism can do its work.